Plain-English translation of NCT05563038 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing Scrambler Therapy, a treatment that uses a special machine to deliver electrical stimulation to the skin to help reduce pain after a stroke. Researchers want to see how well this treatment works compared to standard pain medications, and whether it can provide lasting relief. The study will follow participants for one year to track their pain levels and how well each treatment works.
Many people experience chronic pain after a stroke, and current pain medications don't always work well or can cause unwanted side effects. This trial exists to find out whether this treatment could offer a better option for stroke survivors struggling with pain.
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You will work with the research team to decide whether you want to try Scrambler Therapy or continue with standard pain medication. If you choose Scrambler Therapy, you'll have 5 to 10 treatment sessions where electrodes are placed on your skin and the machine delivers gentle electrical stimulation. Throughout the year, you'll have regular check-ins where you'll rate your pain on a simple scale to help the researchers compare how well the treatment works.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 15, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
Johns Hopkins University
Enrollment target
~100 participants
Started
May 2023
Primary completion
December 2027
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in January 2026.
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Central contact
Dawn Merbach, MNP
Johns Hopkins University
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.